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Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs
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Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs

19th century
Sold 7 October 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A stylish and extremely well made pair of antique Swedish satin birch armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1890-1910 period.

The quality is outstanding, the satin birch frames have gorgeous curves and are very well constructed. The satin birch colours and grain patterns are gorgeous throughout.

We have had the frames re-polished to a very high standard and they have been re-upholstered in a cream cotton fabric. The condition is excellent for their age.

Width – 28 inches , 71 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 28 inches , 71 cm

Seat height – 17 inches , 43 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151816
Dealers Internal Reference
10699
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A stylish and extremely well made pair of antique Swedish satin birch armchairs. They were recently imported from Sweden, they date from around the 1890-1910 period.
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The quality is outstanding, the satin birch frames have gorgeous curves and are very well constructed.
Marylebone Antiques

The satin birch colours and grain patterns are gorgeous throughout.

fig 1. A pair of antique Swedish satin birch armchairs featuring curved barrel backs and light cream upholstered seats.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs

We have had the frames re-polished to a very high standard and they have been re-upholstered in a cream cotton fabric. The condition is excellent for their age.

Width – 28 inches , 71 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 28 inches , 71 cm

Seat height – 17 inches , 43 cm

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated these Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1151816
Dealers Internal Ref
10699
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A pair of antique Swedish satin birch armchairs featuring curved barrel backs and light cream upholstered seats.
Pair of Antique Swedish Satin Birch Armchairs
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A pair of antique Swedish satin birch armchairs featuring curved barrel backs and light cream upholstered seats.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleSwedish Biedermeier
  • MaterialSatin Birch, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved barrel back, Flared armrests, Splayed legs
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

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Swedish furniture from the 19th century often embraces clean lines, light timber varieties such as birch, and functional elegance influenced by neoclassical and Biedermeier movements.

These pieces typically feature solid native hardwoods like birch or maple, frequently utilised in figured veneers or polished solids, paired with traditional horsehair or cotton stuffing beneath textile upholstery.

Authentication involves inspecting the joinery techniques, timber patination, hand-turned or curved components, and traditional upholstery construction methods consistent with northern European workshops.

Pairing these historical seats with modern minimalist sofas or neutral textiles creates a balanced contrast that highlights the natural figuring of the timber.

Maintain timber finishes using microcrystalline wax applied sparingly, avoid direct sunlight to protect fabrics and veneers, and clean upholstered surfaces gently with specialist low-moisture treatments.
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